Overview
This walk is for anyone interested in national politics and how laws are made and judged. The Capitol Hill neighborhood, and indeed, the entire city, is anchored on the Capitol Building, the home of the U.S. Congress and Senate. Join us as we explore U.S. history, culture and architecture on our walk through federal institutions and fixtures of Capitol Hill.
About Your Guide
A native of Virginia, I am a seasoned international traveler, having lived in or traveled to over 60 countries. I enjoy bringing visitors to Washington's many famous historical, literary and artistic sites.
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Guide Points
Political Party Offices
Immediately across the street as you exit the Metro entrance is the National Republican Congressional Committee Headquarters at 320 First S…
House Office Buildings
Across the street in front of you is the U.S. Capitol Building. It is split into three parts, from north to south: the Senate wing, the Rot…
Library of Congress
The Library of Congress is the research library that officially serves the United States Congress. It is the de facto national library of …
Capitol Building
The United States Capitol is the home of the House of Representatives and the Senate. As a structure, it dominates Capitol Hill, and the r…
Folger Shakespeare Library
The Folger Shakespeare Library is the world's largest collection of the printed works of William Shakespeare, and is a primary repository f…
Supreme Court Building
The Supreme Court Building is the home of the Supreme Court of the United States and the Judicial Branch of the government.
Union Station
This wonderful building truly celebrates the great age of rail travel. Not only is Union Station an major transportation hub (trains, Metro…
U.S. Postal Museum
It may not seem like a visit to a museum that celebrates the US Post Office makes sense in a walk of Capitol Hill, however the postal servi…
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